The 8 Expressions of Tai Chi

Next class will be on July 3rd, 11:30am-12:30pm at Winter Park Presbyterian Church. We have been focusing on the The 8 Expressions of Tai Chi as follows:

8 Expressions

The fundamental practices of Tai Chi are based upon 13 postures. These 13 postures consist of 8 forces, or “expressions of energy”, and 5 root powers or directions of movement. The 8 Expressions are as follows:
Peng (ward-off)
Lu (roll-back)
Chi (press)
An (push)
Tsai (pull-down)
Lieh (split)
Chou (elbow strike)
Kao (shoulder strike)
Continuous integrative movement of the whole body helps to pump more blood flow to the extremities and organs. Additionally, this deliberate movement stimulates the nerve endings and energy meridians which exist in the tips of the toes and fingers.
Be well and stay healthy!
Jim Moltzan

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  1. I am interested in getting the poster of 8 Expression, 8 Energies,8 Principles of Tai Chi. Please let me know the price.
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